Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector - Aerospace Manufacturing
Salary: £35-40,000

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A well-established and growing aerospace engineering manufacturer is seeking a detail-driven Quality Inspector to join their quality team. This is a hands-on role focused on ensuring all incoming, in-process, and finished components meet strict aerospace and customer quality standards. You'll be working in a modern, supportive environment with a strong team culture and excellent long-term career prospects.

The Role

As a Quality Inspector, you'll play a key role in maintaining product quality through precise inspection processes and collaboration with engineering and production teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out First Off, In-Process, Goods Inwards, and Final Inspections against engineering drawings and specifications

Perform inspections using precision metrology equipment, including CMMs, micrometers, vernier callipers, and surface finish measurement tools

Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) using quality software, recording dimensional and process data

Inspect outgoing components, ensuring all quality documentation and dimensional requirements are fully met

Work closely with Engineering and Production teams to identify root causes and support corrective actions (RCCA)

Maintain accurate inspection records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Manage calibration activities, including gauge maintenance, ordering, and record keeping

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience within an aerospace manufacturing environment

Strong understanding of surface finishes, including anodising, painting, and coating standards

Proven experience using metrology and inspection equipment, including CMM and precision gauges

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications

Experience working to AS9100 or similar quality standards

Confident using Microsoft Office, with exposure to CAD software such as Solid Works beneficial